NBA News
Thanks to a change to their starting lineup and another pair of outstanding performances from Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Bucks ended a six-game losing streak with a 123-100 victory Thursday night over the Jazz.
Wemby 'not worried,' expects Popovich back soonSpurs star Victor Wembanyama said he was "not worried" about Gregg Popovich, adding that he and his teammates expect the longtime coach to "come back soon."
Pelicans' Hawkins out 1-2 weeks with back strainPelicans guard Jordan Hawkins will be sidelined one to two weeks with a low back strain.
Sources: 76ers' Maxey expected to miss weeksPhiladelphia 76ers All-Star Tyrese Maxey is expected to miss a couple of weeks because of a right hamstring strain, sources told ESPN on Thursday.
Lakers assign Bronny to G League South Bay teamThe Los Angeles Lakers have assigned rookie Bronny James to their G League affiliate, South Bay, and sources told ESPN that he is expected to debut for the team Saturday against Salt Lake City.
Grizzlies rule out Morant (hip soreness) vs. WizThe Memphis Grizzlies have ruled out star guard Ja Morant for their game Friday night against the Washington Wizards because of hip soreness.
Sources: Spurs' Vassell will make debut SaturdaySpurs guard Devin Vassell, the team's second-leading scorer last season, will make his season debut against the Jazz on Saturday, sources told ESPN.
George booed in L.A. return, calls reaction 'stupid'Sixers star Paul George said his return to L.A. against the Clippers on Wednesday night drew a fair and split reaction, but he didn't understand or care for the boos
Examining eight key early-season trendsA record number of 3-pointers? Will the Warriors cool off? Judging which of the top trends from the first two weeks will stick and which will falter.